“A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.” Proverbs 22:1

Lord Jesus, You have given me a name that is above every name. You have called me child. You have declared me “not guilty.” You have given me a perfectly clear resume before God. For your sake, my Father speaks words of pleasure about me, yes, me! He says, “You are my child. I love you. I am pleased with you.” I know that I don’t deserve this. I don’t deserve this reputation before you. There are more than a few reasons that he shouldn’t say that about me, but because of your grace that is precisely what he says. Thank you for your blood, Jesus. Thank you for your righteousness, Savior. Help me to live up to this new name today. Help me, in all things, to make you look good because of the life that I live. Keep me from dirtying my name and yours too by the life that live. Help me to keep your name holy throughout this day. Amen.

So, work hard to have and to keep a good reputation in this world. If not only reflects well on you but also gives glory to your Father in heaven. And, at the same time, rest your heart in the knowledge that you have a status and a reputation from your God that is truly better than silver and gold.